Citizen Laureate Scholarship Recipients
“I’m a criminal justice and political science major. I’m also doing a minor in communication. My life dream is to work for justice. I want to play a pivotal role in helping people of color achieve their rights. This scholarship that you have provided me with will assist me in pursuing an enriching education.”
Ali Aasam, Citizen Laureate/Graypoint Scholarship Recipient
"It truly is an honor to be able to receive this award on behalf of my academic merit, and I am very grateful to be a recipient."
Camryn Beckles, UAlbany Citizen Laureate/UAS Scholarship
"I want to express my sincere appreciation for gifting me such a blessing. I have decided to dedicate my life and career to the medical field. I am currently studying public health and taking the pre-health requisites, and excited for what is next in this new chapter of my life."
Jessica N. Almodovar, UAlbany Citizen Laureate/St. Peters Hospital Scholarship
"Being one of four children in my family and one of three currently attending college, this scholarship was not only an honor to receive but also a relief financially. I have always aspired to do my best in every task I take on whether it be academic or extracurricular and to be recognized for that fills me with pride. Ever since I was little I had the dream of being a psychiatrist and UAlbany has been an integral part in giving me a platform to succeed. Knowing that people recognize my involvement in the UAlbany community is an indicator that I made the right decision with UAlbany."
Saad Ahmad, Nigro Companies Citizen Laureate Scholarship Recipient
"My dream is to work for a financial firm in New York City. I want to be a successful woman in finance and encourage other women to keep pushing forward. With this scholarship that you have provided, I will be able to continue an enriching education while striving for my dream."
Anna Levine, George & Christine Hearst Citizen Laureate Scholarship Recipient
"I am so appreciative of your generosity and can assure you that I will continue to learn and work hard every day at the university to accomplish my goals. Upon graduation I will be a first generation college graduate in my family and this is something I am especially proud of. You have inspired and motivated me to work even harder so that one day I too can give back to students in need because I understand how much it really does help them."
Victoria Giorgio, UHY Citizen Laureate Scholarship Recipient